Reading · England
Taco bar hire in Play Hatch, Reading
Fresh, colourful and made to share: a taco station with slow-cooked fillings, salsas and guacamole for events in Play Hatch and across Reading.
- Engagement parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Barn and marquee parties
Book taco bar hire in Play Hatch
How our taco bar hire works in Play Hatch
Fillings are agreed with you, perhaps carnitas, chicken tinga or birria, with a vegan filling like black bean and sweet potato or spiced mushroom. At leaving dos and anniversary parties, we will put together a menu of pickled onions and toppings, a build-your-own taco bar and slow-cooked fillings kept hot for your guests.
For a rural spot like Play Hatch, a taco bar beside the truck in a field or garden is a simple set-up. Let us know about the gate, the ground and the route in, and we confirm power and water arrangements before the day. You can book food, drinks or both, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
Comparing your options
Compared with a hog roast or carvery, a taco bar handles vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests without separate plates. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we will set out what’s included.
Why us?
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Allergen information for everything we serve
Take a look at our prices page and what Mexican catering costs.
Planning the serving area
We will be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Power and water, which we confirm when you book
- A level area for the taco-bar table
- Room nearby to park and unload our vehicle
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Menu ideas
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Vegan fillings
- Two to four fillings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Salsas and guacamole
- Tortilla chips
Organising for someone else?
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
Hosting a party at home? Send us a picture of the space and tell us about the drive and gates, and we’ll tell you honestly whether a truck or trailer will fit.
Planning a taco bar in Play Hatch
Play Hatch is about 1 mile east of Caversham, in Reading. From the centre of Play Hatch to the outskirts, taco bar hire works the same way: a truck or trailer at your event, options for every diet and a clear price. Play Hatch is one of 34 places in Reading where we can bring taco bar hire.
After a christening or wedding at a church such as St Andrew's Church, a taco bar at a hall or garden nearby lets guests build their own tacos. For guests coming by train, Reading station is about 2.2 miles away.
We serve at events all over the RG4 postcode area and the streets around it. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on Dene Close, Henley Road and Foxhill Lane or the roads around them. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Dunsden Green (1 mile north), Caversham Park Village (1 mile west), Littlestead Green (1 mile north-west), Emmer Green (1 mile west) and Sonning (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Norcot (4 miles west), West Reading (3 miles south-west), Tilehurst Within (5 miles west), Shinfield (5 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south) and Horncastle (5 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find The Oracle (2.4 miles south-west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Alder Moors and South Lake.
- Local schools include Reading Blue Coat School (1 mile south-east) and Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (1.8 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Shoulder of Mutton pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Events we cater in Play Hatch
The bar can go where a vehicle cannot, like a barn, courtyard or hall, if the venue agrees.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Play Hatch and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Team lunches
- Christenings and family parties
- Birthday parties
- Back-garden gatherings
Historic houses near Play Hatch include Mapledurham House (4.4 miles west) and Greys Court (4.6 miles north). Historic venues often limit where vehicles can go, so ask whether a taco bar station could be set up inside while our food truck or trailer parks further off.
What your quote should include
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- What happens if it rains
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any travel, parking or access charges
DIY taco night versus a caterer
A DIY taco night works well for a small group. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles allergen information for you.
You can host your own taco night for a crowd, but it takes planning. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
What affects the price in Play Hatch
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Serving staff
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you need disposables
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
There is no one-size-fits-all price for taco bar hire. A short lunch service for a team is a different job from a full wedding day. Contact us for a quote.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Your menu ideas
- Expected numbers
- The address or venue name
- Your date and when you want service to start
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Play Hatch, and we’ll suggest a menu to suit.
FAQs for Play Hatch
Could you serve our guests after a service at St Andrew's Church?
Yes. The church itself isn’t where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we’ll check the access.
How far is Play Hatch from central London?
About 36 miles from central London, and we cover it.
What do you serve?
Mexican street food and drinks: tacos and build-your-own taco bars, burritos, burrito bowls, nachos and quesadillas, plus salsas, guacamole and toppings. A drinks bar is available too, with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, they’re part of the planning from the start. Tell us your numbers when you ask for a quote.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan the menu with them in mind.
How long do you serve for?
It depends on your event. We agree arrival, service and pack-down times with you so everything fits your schedule.
Is the taco bar staffed?
The taco bar is served from a table or station by our staff, so you don’t need helpers. We pack it away afterwards.
Are plates and napkins included?
We confirm that with your quote. Let us know what the venue supplies and we’ll talk it through.
What happens on the day
Guests tend to gather around the truck, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. We can serve in the rain, but guests will need somewhere covered. From late May to late September, sunset in Play Hatch moves from about 8:55pm to 7:05pm. Let us know if an outdoor station will run after dark, and we will talk about lighting.
- Share a few details about the event.
- We send a sample spread and a quote.
- Access, power and water are agreed beforehand.
- We arrive, unload and lay out warm tortillas, fillings and toppings.
- Afterwards, we pack down and leave the area tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Find out what power and water are available
Getting a price
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. When you are ready, tell us about it on our contact page.
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Popular choices
Salsas
Guests add as much heat as they like.
Guacamole
Guacamole goes quickly on a taco bar, so we keep it topped up.
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
- Tacos and taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas
- Mexican drinks bar: margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas